Articles Of Confederation Have A Separation Of Power

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If a separation of powers was ever needed in our country, it was at a time when the peoples’ greatest fear was another all-powerful Parliament or tyrannical king. The Separation of Powers were needed most when the country was new and the Articles of Confederation were failing. Just after the Revolutionary War, but before Madison had taken presidency, the people feared another monarchy. To them, it was highly possible that if Washington — their very first president, and the commander who had lead them through their rebellion — was so inclined, it would not be so far-fetched that he would be able abuse his power and keep a tight hold on the country. The citizens feared an almighty Congress, and wondered how fair trials could really be under Madison’s

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